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December 16, 2022
A special vehicle where the timeless allure of a vintage Land Rover resonates with Berluti's masterful craftsmanship | BERLUTI
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Berluti's Classic, Adventure-Inspiring Vintage Land Rover
Berluti has unveiled a custom model of the vintage Land Rover. This special Land Rover will only be sold on a made-to-order basis.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi | Photographs by BERLUTI
A Scritto Motif on the Hood and Patinated Seats Create a Special Adventure
Berluti, known for its high-quality leather shoes and accessories, and more recently for its apparel, has unveiled a custom model of the iconic Range Rover, the vintage Land Rover.
The relationship between car manufacturers and luxury maisons is deep, and various collaborations have been realized. In the 2010s, Gucci released a model of the Fiat 500.
Other examples include the "Mercedes-Benz CLK Designo by Giorgio Armani," of which only 100 units were released worldwide, with 30 in Japan, and the "Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 Versace" and "Maserati GranCabrio Fendi," which also featured Italian brands. These special cars, combining their respective philosophies, remain popular even as time passes.
This project, embodying Berluti's desire for unforgettable experiences, precious moments together, and adventures beyond the everyday, selected the iconic 1963 Range Rover model. It is one of the very early models proposed for leisure use as a 4WD vehicle.
The body, painted in the original sand color, has been enhanced with Berluti's essence. The folding soft top features a large Scritto motif, and the seven seats, upholstered in Venezia leather, are patinated in Cacao Intenso.
The analog instruments are chrome-finished. Inspired by Berluti's signature bags, the cargo area features new compartments and hidden pockets, ensuring not only design but also practicality.
This special model also comes with accessories. These include a travel blanket, a small pouch, a backpack for hiking excursions, and a hammock for two.
The hammock, in particular, is made of canvas and leather, reflecting Berluti's "art de vivre" (the art of living). It can be hung between trees or, alternatively, attached to a special fitting on the vehicle.
While retaining the simple mechanics of the original model, the Range Rover itself has been updated with power steering and disc brakes. The ultra-lightweight aluminum body and the 2.3-liter, 77-horsepower four-cylinder engine remain unchanged.
This special Land Rover, echoing Berluti's 2022 Winter Collection, is both classic and adventure-inspiring. It is a special vehicle where the timeless allure of a vintage Land Rover resonates with Berluti's savoir faire (masterful craftsmanship).
